Artificial Flavors Free Sheet Pan Tuna Steaks with Tomatoes & Green Beans
There's something deeply satisfying about a dinner that comes together on a single pan with nothing but real, whole ingredients doing all the heavy lifting. Blistered cherry tomatoes, charred green beans, and boldly spiced tuna steaks make for a plate that looks and tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did. The spice rub — cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric — delivers serious depth using pantry staples you can trust, with no mystery blends or additive-laden seasoning packets in sight. That matters more than people realize, since pre-mixed spice blends and bottled marinades are some of the sneakiest places artificial flavors tend to hide. Here, every element is straightforward and traceable, from the extra-virgin olive oil to the fresh lime juice squeezed right before serving. The cilantro-lime dressing ties everything together with a bright, herby finish that feels restaurant-worthy without a single shortcut. It's the kind of weeknight meal you'll want to put on repeat.
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4 servings
- 1 lb green beans, trimmed
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt, divided
- ½ tsp black pepper, divided
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 4 tuna steaks (6 oz each, about 1 inch thick)
For the cilantro-lime dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line an 18×13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.
- 2
Spread the green beans and cherry tomatoes on the prepared sheet pan. Drizzle with 2 tbsp of the olive oil, sprinkle with 1/2 tsp of the salt and 1/4 tsp of the pepper, and toss to coat. Spread into an even layer, leaving a clear space in the center for the tuna.
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